Here are featured Lebanon Valley events happening this weekend. Find more events at our Lebanon County Events Calendar, or submit your own events to our Lebanon Valley calendar here.
Events this weekend
Friday, December 6
Schuylkill County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour at 14 Schuylkill County Businesses
$12.00 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 | 93 Wilder St., Cressona
Join us on an adventure throughout Schuylkill County for your Christmas shopping. We can help you with all of your holiday needs. Our small businesses are eager to wow you with all they have to offer!
While with us, you’ll receive VIP treatment in each shop. Get valuable coupons and free gifts, play games for prizes, enter drawings, and more!Tickets are $12 and good for all 15 days. Get all the details on our website: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com. Email carlandsara.bestkeptsecretstour@gmail.com or call 570-728-1991 for tickets.
Holiday Train Show at Hershey History Center
$0.00 – $5.00 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 | 40 Northeast Dr., Hershey
All aboard for the 2024 Holiday Train Show fun for the whole family! From Friday, Nov. 29, through Monday, Dec. 30, enjoy the experience of an extensive holiday-themed model train display complete with tracks, engines, junctions, scenery, rolling stock, and more.
Access to the Holiday Train Show and the Chocolate Town Special is included with the museum entrance. Extended opening hours: Monday, Wednesday, Fridays, and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The last train admission is at 3:45 p.m.
The museum is closed:
Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)
Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day)
Tuesday, Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Wednesday, Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day)
Carriage Rides at Beers & Hoffman (Lebanon Farmers Market Location)
$0.00 – $10.00 | 5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 | 35 S. 8th St., Lebanon
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive horse-drawn carriage ride through the heart of downtown Lebanon!
Join us on Friday, Dec. 6, or Friday, Dec. 13, for a magical evening. Rides depart from the Beers + Hoffman office in the Lebanon Farmers Market (31 S. 8th St.) starting at 5 p.m., with the final carriage leaving at 7:30 p.m. Each carriage holds 10-15 people, perfect for families and friends to enjoy together.
This cherished tradition is a highlight of the holiday season, so be sure to purchase your tickets online starting Nov. 1 to secure your spot—this event sells out every year!
Presented by the CLA.
Fired Up! A Celebration of Wood-Fired Ceramics and Friendship at Lebanon Picture Frame & Fine Art Gallery
Free | 5-8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 | 847 Cumberland St., Lebanon
Join us at Lebanon Picture Frame & Fine Art Gallery for an exhibition honoring three years of camaraderie, creativity, and artistry forged in the wood kiln. This upcoming show celebrates four women who have shared their passion for the art of wood-firing, a tradition that combines patience, precision, and collaboration.
What began as a vision from Margaret Seidenberg-Ellis—an experienced artist in wood-firing—evolved into a vibrant partnership. Gathering her close friends and fellow artists Joanne Cassaro, Sue Baldwin-Way, and Lois Wilkins, Seidenberg-Ellis sought to create an environment where each artist could push boundaries, refine techniques, and deepen their understanding of wood-fired ceramics. Together, they navigated each stage of the process, from the loading of their works into the kiln to the intense final steps of adding salt and soda, all the while making each decision as a team.
The exhibition also proudly includes the works of Kevin Lehman and Salvatore Annunziato, two seasoned wood-firing artists who have generously shared their expertise, encouraging and inspiring the group’s journey.
Alex Stanilla at Pho Bar & Grill
7 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 | 103 W. Main St., Annville
Genres and conventional approaches to songwriting are a thing of the past, a dying art. While this may be the bane and disapproval of many modern music listeners’ experiences, an artist like Alex Stanilla uses this approach as inspiration. Stanilla’s music seems to be the result of the internet age and having access to a number of different forms of media at any time. Stanilla’s songs are equal parts electro-pop, hip-hop, alternative rock, and jazz, with an assorted number of glitches, synth howls, and shouted vocals making their way through the sonic landscape of his songs.
Stanilla’s latest album, “Qualia,” has been described as the lovechild of “The Beach Boys and Bastille” and he’s described it as an “impression.” “It’s like making an experimental film, very little thought to how things should transpire but just going to the strangest places possible.” Stanilla already has another EP and a full-length album ready to be released in the coming months and sees this time in his life as a “musical purge.” For anyone who likes their pop music homemade and created with a great deal of heart and intention, Stanilla’s music is highly recommended.
Hershey Handbell Ensemble at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church
Free | 7:30-9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 | 600 S. 12th St., Lebanon
Applause… Memorable Music at St. Andrews presents the Hershey Handbell Ensemble in concert, ringing in the Christmas season with holiday classics and timeless familiar tunes. The 15-member ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Shawn Gingrich, Director of Music Ministry at First United Methodist Church in Hershey.
Saturday, December 7
Annville Holiday Kick-Off at Annville Library
Free | 8:45-11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 216 E. Main St., Annville
Join Celebrate!Annville as we kick off the holiday season!
8:45 a.m. – Annville Library
Listen to the Washington Band play, see Santa arrive by fire truck, take selfies with Santa, listen to holiday stories, make crafts, enter to win raffle baskets, drop off for Bricks for Good (gently used and brand new), and drop off Angel Tree donations.
1 p.m. – Allen Theatre and Salamander Bookstore
Free showing of “Elf.” Concessions are available for purchase. Be sure to browse the bookstore for some great gifts!
5:45 p.m. – Tree Lighting and Carols – 50 W. Main St., Annville
Listen to the Washington Band play, see Santa on the fire truck, sing carols, and see the tree light up!
All day – Visit local restaurants for specials and great food and drinks!
Lebanon Christkindl Market at Coleman Memorial Park
9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 1400 W. Maple St., Lebanon
Lebanon’s version of an authentic Christmas Market, inspired by the 700-year-old traditional German Christkindl Market, or Christ Child Market, is a holiday event where participating residents, churches, and organizations sell and share their wares. For one day, Coleman Memorial Park is lined with festive outdoor booths, featuring unique handmade crafts and traditional Christkindl treats.
Christmas at Cornwall at Cornwall Iron Furnace
$0.00 – $8.00 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 94 Rexmont Road, Cornwall
The Friends of Cornwall Iron Furnace will host their annual “Christmas at Cornwall” event on Saturday, Dec. 7, at the historic Cornwall Iron Furnace, 94 Rexmont Road.
This family-friendly event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature guided tours of the furnace, seasonal refreshments, and a model train displayed by Brian’s Model Trains under the furnace’s large, decorated tree. The museum store will be open for holiday shopping. Family crafts and visits from Santa will be offered in the 1860s Paymaster’s Building.
In addition, local historians will lead walking tours of the village of Burd Coleman. Lebanon Craft Brewery will offer free tastings as well as sales of their products in the blacksmith shop, which will be transformed into “Coleman’s Tavern” for the day.
As in years past, Cornwall Manor will partner with the Friends in providing access to their wonderfully restored buildings, including the public areas of the 19-room Buckingham Mansion. They will be hosting their “Cookies, Carols, Crafts, and More” event from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Freeman Community Center and opening their elaborate model railroad display in the former Coleman Stable.
Tickets will be sold at the Cornwall Iron Furnace Visitor Center on the day of the event. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for youth (ages 3-17); children ages 2 and under are free. The walking tour will cost an additional $5 per person.
Hemp HOLIDAZE! Fest at Lebanon Valley Expo Center
$8.00 – $10.00 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 80 Rocherty Road, Lebanon
The first annual Hemp HOLIDAZE Fest is set to take place Dec. 7-8 at the Lebanon Valley Expo Center. This festive, canna-inspired holiday event promises to be a vibrant gathering for the canna community, offering a unique shopping experience for holiday gifts, such as canna-related products, artisanal crafts, and clothing.
Attendees can can expect a fun filled event featuring over 100 vendors, special guests, and engaging giveaways. A highlight of the event will be our special 4:20 holiday toast, bringing everyone together to celebrate the season. Gates will open at 10 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. each day, allowing plenty of time for exploration, shopping, and holiday festivities. Delicious food, craft beers, and fine wine will also be available for purchase throughout the event.
Tickets for Hemp HOLIDAZE Fest are priced at $8 when purchased online and $10 at the door. We encourage attendees to secure their tickets in advance to ensure their participation in this unique celebration. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit our official website at www.hempharvestfest.com.
Schuylkill County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour at 14 Schuylkill County Businesses
$12.00 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 93 Wilder St., Cressona
Join us on an adventure throughout Schuylkill County for your Christmas shopping. We can help you with all of your holiday needs. Our small businesses are eager to wow you with all they have to offer!
While with us, you’ll receive VIP treatment in each shop. Get valuable coupons and free gifts, play games for prizes, enter drawings, and more!Tickets are $12 and good for all 15 days. Get all the details on our website: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com. Email carlandsara.bestkeptsecretstour@gmail.com or call 570-728-1991 for tickets.
ChristmasFest at Palmyra Church of the Brethren
Free | 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 45 N. Chestnut St., Palmyra
All are invited to the Palmyra Church of the Brethren for their annual ChristmasFest on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The church will welcome the community to enjoy vendors, food, and a visit from a very special Jolly Elf!
The event will feature more than 25 local vendors with a wide variety of crafts and gifts. Children (and the young at heart) will enjoy Story Time with Santa Clause at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Crafts and games will be available throughout the day. Raffle tickets will be sold for baskets of items donated by vendors.
Holiday Train Show at Hershey History Center
$0.00 – $5.00 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 40 Northeast Dr., Hershey
All aboard for the 2024 Holiday Train Show fun for the whole family! From Friday, Nov. 29, through Monday, Dec. 30, enjoy the experience of an extensive holiday-themed model train display complete with tracks, engines, junctions, scenery, rolling stock, and more.
Access to the Holiday Train Show and the Chocolate Town Special is included with the museum entrance. Extended opening hours: Monday, Wednesday, Fridays, and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The last train admission is at 3:45 p.m.
The museum is closed:
Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)
Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day)
Tuesday, Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Wednesday, Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day)
Youth Chorus Concert at Di Matteo Worship Center, Londonderry Village
Free | 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 1200 Grubb Road, Palmyra
Come hear our young singers (grades 3-8) perform their winter concert at DeMatteo Worship Center at Londonderry Village! No tickets are required.
Ugly Sweater Singles Mixer at The Londonderry Inn & Estate
$35.00 | 5-8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 2764 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra
Get ready to mingle with other singles while showing off your most hideous holiday sweater at our Ugly Sweater Singles Mixer!
Crash and Cross Acoustic at Snitz Creek Brewery
7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 1805 Fisher Ave., Annville
Indiantown Gap. Join us for a good time!
Sunday, December 8
Hemp HOLIDAZE! Fest at Lebanon Valley Expo Center
$8.00 – $10.00 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8 | 80 Rocherty Road, Lebanon
The first annual Hemp HOLIDAZE Fest is set to take place Dec. 7-8 at the Lebanon Valley Expo Center. This festive, canna-inspired holiday event promises to be a vibrant gathering for the canna community, offering a unique shopping experience for holiday gifts, such as canna-related products, artisanal crafts, and clothing.
Attendees can can expect a fun filled event featuring over 100 vendors, special guests, and engaging giveaways. A highlight of the event will be our special 4:20 holiday toast, bringing everyone together to celebrate the season. Gates will open at 10 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. each day, allowing plenty of time for exploration, shopping, and holiday festivities. Delicious food, craft beers, and fine wine will also be available for purchase throughout the event.
Tickets for Hemp HOLIDAZE Fest are priced at $8 when purchased online and $10 at the door. We encourage attendees to secure their tickets in advance to ensure their participation in this unique celebration. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit our official website at www.hempharvestfest.com.
Kel Lee’s Trivia at Lebanon Valley Craft Brewery
2-3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8 | 840 N. 7th St., Lebanon
Brewery hours: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Entertainment: General Knowledge Trivia starting at 2 p.m.
Promoted events coming up soon
Friday, December 6
Carriage Rides at Beers & Hoffman (Lebanon Farmers Market Location)
$0.00 – $10.00 | 5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 | 35 S. 8th St., Lebanon
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive horse-drawn carriage ride through the heart of downtown Lebanon!
Join us on Friday, Dec. 6, or Friday, Dec. 13, for a magical evening. Rides depart from the Beers + Hoffman office in the Lebanon Farmers Market (31 S. 8th St.) starting at 5 p.m., with the final carriage leaving at 7:30 p.m. Each carriage holds 10-15 people, perfect for families and friends to enjoy together.
This cherished tradition is a highlight of the holiday season, so be sure to purchase your tickets online starting Nov. 1 to secure your spot—this event sells out every year!
Presented by the CLA.
Schuylkill County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour at 14 Schuylkill County Businesses
$12.00 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 | 93 Wilder St., Cressona
Join us on an adventure throughout Schuylkill County for your Christmas shopping. We can help you with all of your holiday needs. Our small businesses are eager to wow you with all they have to offer!
While with us, you’ll receive VIP treatment in each shop. Get valuable coupons and free gifts, play games for prizes, enter drawings, and more!Tickets are $12 and good for all 15 days. Get all the details on our website: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com. Email carlandsara.bestkeptsecretstour@gmail.com or call 570-728-1991 for tickets.
Saturday, December 7
Hemp HOLIDAZE! Fest at Lebanon Valley Expo Center
$8.00 – $10.00 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 80 Rocherty Road, Lebanon
The first annual Hemp HOLIDAZE Fest is set to take place Dec. 7-8 at the Lebanon Valley Expo Center. This festive, canna-inspired holiday event promises to be a vibrant gathering for the canna community, offering a unique shopping experience for holiday gifts, such as canna-related products, artisanal crafts, and clothing.
Attendees can can expect a fun filled event featuring over 100 vendors, special guests, and engaging giveaways. A highlight of the event will be our special 4:20 holiday toast, bringing everyone together to celebrate the season. Gates will open at 10 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. each day, allowing plenty of time for exploration, shopping, and holiday festivities. Delicious food, craft beers, and fine wine will also be available for purchase throughout the event.
Tickets for Hemp HOLIDAZE Fest are priced at $8 when purchased online and $10 at the door. We encourage attendees to secure their tickets in advance to ensure their participation in this unique celebration. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit our official website at www.hempharvestfest.com.
Schuylkill County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour at 14 Schuylkill County Businesses
$12.00 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 | 93 Wilder St., Cressona
Join us on an adventure throughout Schuylkill County for your Christmas shopping. We can help you with all of your holiday needs. Our small businesses are eager to wow you with all they have to offer!
While with us, you’ll receive VIP treatment in each shop. Get valuable coupons and free gifts, play games for prizes, enter drawings, and more!Tickets are $12 and good for all 15 days. Get all the details on our website: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com. Email carlandsara.bestkeptsecretstour@gmail.com or call 570-728-1991 for tickets.
Sunday, December 8
Hemp HOLIDAZE! Fest at Lebanon Valley Expo Center
$8.00 – $10.00 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8 | 80 Rocherty Road, Lebanon
The first annual Hemp HOLIDAZE Fest is set to take place Dec. 7-8 at the Lebanon Valley Expo Center. This festive, canna-inspired holiday event promises to be a vibrant gathering for the canna community, offering a unique shopping experience for holiday gifts, such as canna-related products, artisanal crafts, and clothing.
Attendees can can expect a fun filled event featuring over 100 vendors, special guests, and engaging giveaways. A highlight of the event will be our special 4:20 holiday toast, bringing everyone together to celebrate the season. Gates will open at 10 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. each day, allowing plenty of time for exploration, shopping, and holiday festivities. Delicious food, craft beers, and fine wine will also be available for purchase throughout the event.
Tickets for Hemp HOLIDAZE Fest are priced at $8 when purchased online and $10 at the door. We encourage attendees to secure their tickets in advance to ensure their participation in this unique celebration. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit our official website at www.hempharvestfest.com.
Monday, December 9
Schuylkill County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour at 14 Schuylkill County Businesses
$12.00 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday, Dec. 9 | 93 Wilder St., Cressona
Join us on an adventure throughout Schuylkill County for your Christmas shopping. We can help you with all of your holiday needs. Our small businesses are eager to wow you with all they have to offer!
While with us, you’ll receive VIP treatment in each shop. Get valuable coupons and free gifts, play games for prizes, enter drawings, and more!Tickets are $12 and good for all 15 days. Get all the details on our website: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com. Email carlandsara.bestkeptsecretstour@gmail.com or call 570-728-1991 for tickets.
Tuesday, December 10
Schuylkill County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour at 14 Schuylkill County Businesses
$12.00 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10 | 93 Wilder St., Cressona
Join us on an adventure throughout Schuylkill County for your Christmas shopping. We can help you with all of your holiday needs. Our small businesses are eager to wow you with all they have to offer!
While with us, you’ll receive VIP treatment in each shop. Get valuable coupons and free gifts, play games for prizes, enter drawings, and more!Tickets are $12 and good for all 15 days. Get all the details on our website: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com. Email carlandsara.bestkeptsecretstour@gmail.com or call 570-728-1991 for tickets.
Wednesday, December 11
Schuylkill County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour at 14 Schuylkill County Businesses
$12.00 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 11 | 93 Wilder St., Cressona
Join us on an adventure throughout Schuylkill County for your Christmas shopping. We can help you with all of your holiday needs. Our small businesses are eager to wow you with all they have to offer!
While with us, you’ll receive VIP treatment in each shop. Get valuable coupons and free gifts, play games for prizes, enter drawings, and more!Tickets are $12 and good for all 15 days. Get all the details on our website: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com. Email carlandsara.bestkeptsecretstour@gmail.com or call 570-728-1991 for tickets.
Thursday, December 12
Schuylkill County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour at 14 Schuylkill County Businesses
$12.00 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 12 | 93 Wilder St., Cressona
Join us on an adventure throughout Schuylkill County for your Christmas shopping. We can help you with all of your holiday needs. Our small businesses are eager to wow you with all they have to offer!
While with us, you’ll receive VIP treatment in each shop. Get valuable coupons and free gifts, play games for prizes, enter drawings, and more!Tickets are $12 and good for all 15 days. Get all the details on our website: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com. Email carlandsara.bestkeptsecretstour@gmail.com or call 570-728-1991 for tickets.
Friday, December 13
Carriage Rides at Beers & Hoffman (Lebanon Farmers Market Location)
$0.00 – $10.00 | 5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13 | 35 S. 8th St., Lebanon
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive horse-drawn carriage ride through the heart of downtown Lebanon!
Join us on Friday, Dec. 6, or Friday, Dec. 13, for a magical evening. Rides depart from the Beers + Hoffman office in the Lebanon Farmers Market (31 S. 8th St.) starting at 5 p.m., with the final carriage leaving at 7:30 p.m. Each carriage holds 10-15 people, perfect for families and friends to enjoy together.
This cherished tradition is a highlight of the holiday season, so be sure to purchase your tickets online starting Nov. 1 to secure your spot—this event sells out every year!
Presented by the CLA.
Schuylkill County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour at 14 Schuylkill County Businesses
$12.00 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13 | 93 Wilder St., Cressona
Join us on an adventure throughout Schuylkill County for your Christmas shopping. We can help you with all of your holiday needs. Our small businesses are eager to wow you with all they have to offer!
While with us, you’ll receive VIP treatment in each shop. Get valuable coupons and free gifts, play games for prizes, enter drawings, and more!Tickets are $12 and good for all 15 days. Get all the details on our website: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com. Email carlandsara.bestkeptsecretstour@gmail.com or call 570-728-1991 for tickets.
Saturday, December 14
Schuylkill County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour at 14 Schuylkill County Businesses
$12.00 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14 | 93 Wilder St., Cressona
Join us on an adventure throughout Schuylkill County for your Christmas shopping. We can help you with all of your holiday needs. Our small businesses are eager to wow you with all they have to offer!
While with us, you’ll receive VIP treatment in each shop. Get valuable coupons and free gifts, play games for prizes, enter drawings, and more!Tickets are $12 and good for all 15 days. Get all the details on our website: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com. Email carlandsara.bestkeptsecretstour@gmail.com or call 570-728-1991 for tickets.
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